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UK surname

Yazdani

A Persian surname meaning "divine" or "from God".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Croydon, Manchester and Newham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Yazdani is 176 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

176

2016, ranked #21,298

Peak year

2016

176 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 176 in 2016, ranked #21,298.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Yazdani surname distribution map

The map shows where the Yazdani surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Yazdani surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Yazdani over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1997 modern 51 #32,545
1998 modern 58 #32,138
1999 modern 53 #32,746
2000 modern 62 #31,939
2001 modern 64 #31,602
2002 modern 86 #29,771
2003 modern 99 #27,871
2004 modern 106 #27,045
2005 modern 112 #26,114
2006 modern 118 #25,556
2007 modern 127 #24,748
2008 modern 130 #24,695
2009 modern 147 #23,248
2010 modern 165 #22,026
2011 modern 170 #21,407
2012 modern 165 #21,782
2013 modern 168 #21,914
2014 modern 171 #21,812
2015 modern 172 #21,649
2016 modern 176 #21,298

Geography

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Where Yazdanis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Croydon, Manchester and Newham. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Croydon 005 Croydon
2 Manchester 056 Manchester
3 Newham 018 Newham
4 Newham 010 Newham
5 Manchester 008 Manchester

Forenames

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First names often paired with Yazdani

These lists show first names that appear often with the Yazdani surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Yazdani

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Yazdani, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students

Nationally, the Yazdani surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Yazdani household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Married couples with dependent children are common in this Group, with many parents born in Africa or the EU. The representation of residents amongst different ethnic minority groups is high, particularly for individuals of Pakistani ethnic group. For many residents, English is not their main language, and affiliation to Christian religions is less common. Privately rented terrace properties predominate and levels of overcrowding are high. Part time work is common, with many employed in elementary occupations and sales and customer services. There are also many students living within these areas, and overall unemployment levels are high.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Yazdani is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, part of Suburban Asian Communities. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Yazdani is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Yazdani falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Yazdani is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

This describes the area pattern most associated with Yazdani, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Yazdani

The surname Yazdani originates from Persia, modern-day Iran, and is deeply rooted in Persian culture and history. The name Yazdani is derived from the city of Yazd, a desert city in central Iran that has been inhabited since antiquity. The suffix -ani typically denotes belonging or origin, so Yazdani essentially means "of Yazd" or "from Yazd." The area is historically significant, with a rich cultural heritage stretching back thousands of years.

Yazd is mentioned in several historical records due to its significance on the Silk Road as a trade hub and as a Zoroastrian center. The name Yazd itself is derived from the Persian word yazata, meaning "divine being." This gives the surname Yazdani a connotation of holiness or reverence. Old manuscripts and travelogues by explorers like Marco Polo also reference Yazd, highlighting its importance during different periods.

The earliest documented instances of Yazdani can be traced back to the Safavid period (1501-1736) in Iran. The Safavids were known for promoting Persian culture and consolidating Shia Islam in the region. Records from this period show various members of the Yazdani family involved in trade, governance, and scholarly activities. Yazdani families were often affluent and held in high regard for their contributions to society.

One of the notable historical figures with this surname was Mohammad Yazdani, a 17th-century scholar and theologian born in 1610 and who died in 1675. He contributed significantly to Persian literature and religious studies. Reza Yazdani, a merchant born in 1790 who passed away in 1851, was known for his extensive trade networks that connected Persia with India and the Ottoman Empire. Another prominent individual was Najmeh Yazdani, born in 1847 and who died in 1923, known for her philanthropic efforts in Yazd, particularly in establishing educational institutions for women.

In the 20th century, Parviz Yazdani, born in 1920 and who died in 1985, gained recognition as a poet and intellectual with contributions to Persian literature and culture. His works often reflected the socio-political changes in Iran during his lifetime. Additionally, Ali Yazdani, born in 1935 and who passed away in 2002, was an influential politician and served in various governmental roles during the Pahlavi dynasty, playing a part in modernizing infrastructure in Yazd and surrounding regions.

Throughout history, the Yazdani surname has been borne by individuals who have contributed to the cultural, economic, and social fabric of Persia. The name Yazdani carries with it a legacy of reverence, learning, and service, deeply intertwined with the history of Yazd and its role in the broader context of Persian heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Yazdani surname: questions and answers

How common is the Yazdani surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 176 in 2016. That gives Yazdani a modern rank of #21,298.

What does the Yazdani surname mean?

A Persian surname meaning "divine" or "from God".

What does the Yazdani map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Yazdani bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.